1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1989 Suzuki SJ 413
To start off, 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 571 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Riviera | SJ 413 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2040 mm |